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Builds Confidence and Public Speaking Skills

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Builds Confidence and Public Speaking Skills

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Musicals encourage students to be on stage, boosting their self-confidence and helping them become better public speakers — a skill valuable in college and future careers. Multiple studies show participation in performing arts leads to more positive self-esteem.

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Producing a musical is a collaborative effort! Students involved in acting, singing, dancing, set design, and stage management all work together toward a shared goal, strengthening teamwork and creative problem solving.

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Musicals bring students, staff, and families together, creating lasting memories and a sense of school pride. Schools with active performing arts programs often report a stronger, more connected school community.

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Research has found that students who participate in the arts, including musicals, often have higher GPAs, better attendance, and improved reading and math skills compared to their peers.

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Musicals require a huge time commitment, which can add stress for students already balancing academics, sports, and other extracurriculars. This pressure might negatively affect students’ well-being and grades.

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Mounting a musical can be expensive and resource-intensive, often requiring funds for rights, costumes, sets, and more. These resources might be better used for basic educational needs or other programs with broader appeal.

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Some students may not feel welcome or interested in performing arts, and focusing on musicals can make them feel left out. Schools should promote a wider range of extracurricular options, not just those associated with the arts.

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Participating in a musical requires a big time sacrifice, and rehearsals often take place during critical study or homework hours. That can lower student focus on academics, especially close to performance dates.

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Do you think we should do musicals in high school?

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Why do you think we should not do musicals in high school

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Please on your side press the plus button and add your name. This side is if you agree.

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Please on your side press the plus button and add your name. This side is if you agree.

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Please on your side press the plus button and add your name. This side is if you disagree.

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Please on your side press the plus button and add your name. This side is if you disagree.

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If you have a mixed review and this evidence and reasoning does not make sense to you I understand but it’s ok. If you have a mixed review here’s what I would like you to do. Make a response telling me why you have a mixed review